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Wet combing: head lice

Intervention

Manual (condition and comb or wet comb) removal using the Bug Buster® kit, Quit Nits Combing Solution® or other head lice comb.

Indication

Head lice (Pediculosis capitis) infestation.

Suitable for insecticide resistant infestations.

Suitable for pregnant and breast feeding women, babies, people with allergies or open scalp wounds and asthma.

Good alternative for people who are reluctant to use insecticides.

Availability

Nit combs are available from pharmacies and some supermarkets. The teeth of the comb should be just wider than the hair. More than one comb may be necessary, starting with a wide-tooth comb and then moving to smaller and smaller combs.

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